What do our students, graduates and staff say about their degree programmes? What kind of professional options are there after graduating? How is life as a student in Helsinki? Find out by reading the articles or watching the videos.
In the Bachelor's Programme in Science, you get an interdisciplinary education in chemistry, computer and data science, mathematics and statistics, and physics. You start by getting acquainted with all the disciplines and choose only later which one to specialise in.
In the Master’s Programme in Economics at the University of Helsinki, you get a high-quality education in the field of economics by focusing on the key elements of economic analysis and methods. Oriented towards social sciences, the two study tracks of the programme prepare students for demanding expert occupations or equip them with the capability to pursue doctoral studies in Economics.
In the Master’s Programme in Forest Sciences, you learn how forests are both sources of renewable raw materials and complex ecological entities connected to their environment. Studies highlight the relationship between humans and nature as well as the role of society and natural resources.
In the #3reasons video series, our students share their top three reasons for studying at the University of Helsinki. From academic excellence to Finnish nature, discover what our students appreciate the most about their studies.
Featured video: 3 reasons why Giulia studies Russian, Eurasian, and Eastern European Studies
In the #MadeByStudents video series, you get to know life at the University of Helsinki through student‑made videos covering a wide range of topics.
Featured video: The University of Helsinki provides several facilities to support students' learning, incl. laptop lending machines, printing stations, and lockers.
In the #NewInHelsinki video series, our students talk about their time at the University of Helsinki and offer advice to their fresher selves.
Featured video: Once, Debby was new in Helsinki. She came from Indonesia to Finland to study in the Master's Programme in Microbiology and Microbial Biotechnology.
In the #OneMinuteWith video series, our students answer some fun questions about themselves and their studies at their favourite spot on campus!
Featured video: Spend one minute with Su, a Master's student in Changing Education, whilst she answers a few fun questions about her study experience at Unisport Kluuvi, City Centre Campus.
The University of Helsinki is a place for both personal and scholarly advances — breakthroughs for life. Whether major or minor, they may come as personal insights, enduring friendships or academic achievements. Here, studying is more than earning a degree. It's also about gaining skills, knowledge, experiences, and values you carry for life. A place where breakthroughs begin.
Five words. Two students. One poem. #Breakthroughs
What happens when you give our students five words? What kind of poem emerged from Adventure, Breakthrough, Growth, Life, and University of Helsinki?
Take a look at the poem My Study Abroad Adventure by our Master’s students Arushi (Mathematics and Statistics) and Dippya (Changing Education), and the thoughts that the word ‘breakthrough’ evoked in them.
Breakthroughs are born from freedom to learn, explore and find your own path. The ability to ask questions, think critically, and seek new knowledge. From cultivating an understanding of oneself, others, and the world. A community where everyone can feel included. The four values of the University of Helsinki.
Research Adventure
What kind of poem emerged from the words Path, Bildung, Library, Reflect, and University of Helsinki?
Take a look at the poem by our doctoral researchers, Granta (Drug Research) and Euridice (Political, Societal and Regional Changes), and the thoughts that the word ‘bildung’ evoked in them.
Wild imagination at the University
What kind of poem emerged from the words Future, Dream, Freedom, Encourage, and University of Helsinki?
Take a look at the poem by our Master’s students, Cheuk (Data Science) and Annika (Environmental Change and Global Sustainability), and the thoughts that the word ‘freedom’ evoked in them.
My Motivation Story at the University of Helsinki
What kind of poem emerged from the words Openness, Friendship, Equality, Inclusivity, and University of Helsinki?
Take a look at the poem by our Master's graduates, Shihab (Pharmaceutical Research, Development and Safety) and Ayo (Agricultural Sciences), and the thoughts that the word ‘inclusivity’ evoked in them.
What is there to do in Helsinki? How is the housing market for students? How to survive the winter? How to get an internship or a lab position?
In the blog, our students write about studies and student life at the University of Helsinki.
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